Amanda James
Universal City,TX
Summary
Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
ABC Pediatrics
Naperville, IL
01.2020 - 07.2023
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Reviewed laboratory results to ensure accuracy before releasing to physicians or other healthcare personnel.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while providing timely responses to patient requests for assistance.
- Monitored vital signs such as blood pressure, heart rate, temperature, respiration rate, and pain level.
- Reviewed patient chart information before visit, ordered necessary laboratory tests, escorted patient to examination room, obtained vital signs and conducted interview to update records.
- Provided direct patient care within scope of practice under the supervision of a physician or registered nurse.
- Inoculated and vaccinated patients to immunize against communicable diseases.
- Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
- Prepared and administered vaccines, medications, controlled substances and narcotics as prescribed and sterilized and stored instruments, equipment and supplies.
- Assisted with scheduling appointments for patients and following up on referrals when necessary.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
Registered Nurse
Fort Walton Beach Medical Center
Fort Walton Beach, FL
08.2016 - 07.2017
- Recorded actions or behaviors of clinical significance in EMR system charts and kept physicians informed.
- Delivered physician-ordered treatments and monitored responses to quickly spot complications and side effects.
- Implemented pre, intra- and post-care, evaluating response to clinical interventions with progression toward discharge.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Monitored vital signs, administered intravenous fluids, medications, blood transfusions and other treatments according to physician orders.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining focus on quality patient care.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Assessed patients using comprehensive evaluation techniques and sound clinical judgment.
- Assessed patients for signs and symptoms of medical conditions and reported changes to physicians.
- Conducted assessments upon admission of new patients in order to develop an individualized plan of care.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Administered medications as prescribed by the physician while monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions.
- Provided patient education on disease processes, medications, treatment plans, diet and lifestyle modifications.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Maintained aseptic environment to prevent patient infections or other unwanted outcomes.
- Obtain IV access, insertion of G-tube, insertion of foley catheter with aseptic technique
Patient Care Assistant
Good Samaritan Society
Downers Grove, IL
11.2008 - 04.2016
- Provided emotional support for patients and families during difficult times.
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
- Restocked unit frequently with necessary medical supplies.
- Performed minor housekeeping tasks to keep patient areas clean and sanitized.
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
- Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
- Delivered outstanding patient care based on physical, psychological, educational and related criteria.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Observed changes in patient's conditions and reported any abnormalities to the RN on duty.
- Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with bathing, dressing and exercising.
- Assisted in preparing patients for examinations and treatments, including vital signs monitoring.
- Conducted safety rounds regularly to ensure safe environment for patients.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Addison IL04-2016
Skills
- Appointment Scheduling
- Electronic Health Records Management
- Patient Management
- Chronic Disease Management
- Mobility Assistance
- Data Collection
- Infectious Disease Control
- Medical Assessment
- Care Planning
- Patient Assessment
- Relationship Building
- Patient Assessments
Timeline
Registered Nurse
ABC Pediatrics
01.2020 - 07.2023
Registered Nurse
Fort Walton Beach Medical Center
08.2016 - 07.2017
Patient Care Assistant
Good Samaritan Society
11.2008 - 04.2016
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing